BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CHLSS - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CHLSS X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chlss.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CHLSS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20240222T212635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T011530Z UID:10001161-1726164000-1726171200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care & Adoption Orientation (Online) DESCRIPTION:For Minnesota Residents. This is One of Two steps to Get Started Fostering or Adopting from Minnesota Foster Care.\nWe welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and address details about the children being served\, timelines\, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!)\, licensing requirements\, and more. \nThis event will take place online. You can join the online webinars from wherever you are. You will receive a link to complete your webinar registration within two days of registering on this site. \nNote: Along with completing this two-hour orientation\, you will also need to complete our Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process. \nIf you have questions\, please contact 651.255.2241 or fcaeducation@chlss.org. URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-adoption-orientation-online-may-06-2024/2024-09-12/ LOCATION:Online Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & LSS Staff":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20240801T204505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T131209Z UID:10001225-1726167600-1726173000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Deeper Dive Webinar: Practical\, Proactive\, and Positive Behavioral Strategies DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Deeper Dive: Practical\, Proactive\, and Positive Behavioral Strategies\nThursday\, September 12\, 2024\, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (CT)\nAs caregivers\, do you find yourself putting a ton of energy into responding and reacting to behaviors? Wouldn’t it be great if we could use the same (or less!) energy to prevent meltdowns? What if there were a few minor adjustments that could dramatically decrease big reactions? We will dig into this and more together in this webinar. The learning experience will be customized for adoptive/foster parents with content from various sources commonly used in school-settings including restorative practices\, positive behavior supports\, trauma-aware care\, and developmentally-appropriate expectations. \nPresented by Dr. Jennie Bordonaro \nDr. Jennie Bordonaro has spent 17 years in the field of education. She has served many roles including classroom teacher\, behavior interventionist\, graduate school instructor\, building principal\, and statewide continuous improvement specialist. Her passion is around educational equity and ensuring that all students have access to a high-quality education. \nThis webinar will take place on Zoom\, and it will be recorded. You will receive the link to join after registering below. \n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/deeper-dive-webinar-practical-proactive-and-positive-behavioral-strategies/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001166-1726218000-1726243200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION:This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. \nYour education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2024-09-13/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20210308T213953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165759Z UID:10001552-1726682400-1726687800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:Open to pre-adoptive\, adoptive\, foster\, relative and/or kinship caregivers living in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities Metro Area). This online group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff and offers connection\, positive parenting strategies\, support\, and more! After registration\, you will receive a link to join the next Zoom session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:*\n \n Select All\n \n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Registrant 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email*\n \n Registrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Greater MN Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:*\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/online-support-group-for-greater-minnesota/2024-09-18/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20230803T153708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165306Z UID:10000956-1726682400-1726689600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Search and Reunion Support Group DESCRIPTION:This group is for adult adoptees and birth parents who are not related to one another and who are considering\, or active in\, search and reunion or have searched and the other party is not open to contact. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Members are supportive of one another and willing to share their reunion journeys with one another- including their successes\, disappointments\, and joys! Participants may have been adopted or placed a child through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT). It alternates between online and in-person meetings.   \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Search and Reunion Support Group\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Search and Reunion Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/search-and-reunion-support-group/2024-09-18/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20231212T173904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T161701Z UID:10001230-1726750800-1726761600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Car Seat Safety: Child and Restraint Systems (C.A.R.S.) Training DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour course is required by the State of Minnesota for any family licensed for children aged 7 years or younger. The class takes place in person and introduces participants to car seat and vehicle safety for children. The cost of the class is $28.50 per person\, and completion verification is good for 5 years. This hands-on learning opportunity takes place at 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota. This is a standardize training in the State of MN and families may opt to take the course in a location that better fits their geographic locations. \nC.A.R.S Registration and Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/car-seat-safety-child-and-restraint-systems-c-a-r-s-training/2024-09-19/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20240524T171048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T194841Z UID:10001139-1727006400-1727024400@chlss.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud Pride in the Prak DESCRIPTION:Join us for St. Cloud Pride in the Park on September 22\, 2024\, and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals\, families\, and friends. Be sure to stop by our table\, say hello\, and learn more about our programs. \nThis event is free. All are welcome! Learn more about St. Cloud Pride in the Park here. \nEvent Location:\nLake George Park\n1101 7th St. S.\nSt. Cloud\, MN 56301 URL:https://chlss.org/event/st-cloud-pride-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Lake George Park\, 1101 7th St. S.\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-5-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001227-1727082000-1727107200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION:This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. \nYour education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2024-09-23/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150043 CREATED:20240729T164153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T170552Z UID:10001213-1727179200-1727184600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group DESCRIPTION:A support group for individuals who have an adult (18+) child adopted through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption). Sessions will be held online. Parents from any placing agency/county are welcome to attend.  While each story is unique\, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested\, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant\, participant-led\, discussion. This is a safe\, confidential space\, the group is facilitated by parents of adult adoptees who are also CH/LSS staff. \nAfter registration\, you will receive information to join the next session. Please feel free to register for one\, multiple\, or all sessions. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 26\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 23\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 25\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 27\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 24\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/parents-of-adopted-adults-support-group-2/2024-09-24/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240222T214043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T182426Z UID:10001164-1727200800-1727206200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Free Adoption & Foster Care Information Webinar DESCRIPTION:Free Online Sessions Each Month\nThis is a great way for families to learn about our adoption and foster care programs. \nMeet with staff (virtually) and receive a comprehensive overview of our programs\, processes\, and fees. Learn basic information about international adoption\, infant adoption\, foster care\, and foster care adoption. \nThis event will take place online—a great option for families across the U.S. You can join the online webinar from wherever you are. When you register for a webinar\, you will receive a link to join the webinar within two days of the session. In each webinar\, we will address the programs available to everyone first\, then we will cover those available in limited states. Attendees may choose to leave the presentation at any time. \nIf you have questions\, please contact 651.646.7771 or welcome@chlss.org. \n\n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name*Last Name*Email*\n \n Preferred PhoneSpouse/Partner's First NameSpouse/Partner's Last NameState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingLiving AbroadHow did you hear about us?No responseReferral from friend/familyReferral from adoption agencyInternet searchSocial media (Facebook\, Twitter\, Pinterest\, etc.)Children's Home/LSS flyer or posterChildren's Home/LSS newsletter or emailAdoption advocacy site (e.g. Rainbowkids.com)Adoption fair/conferenceInformation Request\n \n Please send me information about your foster care and adoption services.\n CommentsPlease let us know what questions you'd like answered or how else we may help you.CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-foster-care-information-webinar/2024-09-24/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Information Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & LSS Staff":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240614T115621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T085720Z UID:10001173-1727427600-1727542800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In-Person DESCRIPTION:The in-person track is best suited for individuals who need or desire to complete their education quickly\, prefer in-person learning and/or those who have previously completed education and want a refresher course. \nThis track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes introductory sessions as well as a pre- and post- test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - In Person\n \n \n \n CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the consecutive class schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday\, 4/24/2026 & Saturday\, 4/25/2026\, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 2485 Como Ave\, St. Paul MN\, 55108\n \n \n \n Friday\, 5/08/2026 & Saturday\, 5/09/2026\, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | 2118 Campus Drive SE\, Rochester MN\, 55904\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-3-2/2024-09-27/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240723T125123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T111917Z UID:10001174-1727456400-1727463600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person\, interactive\, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. \nRed Barn Learning Farm\nFriday\, September 27th\, 2024\, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.\nJoin us for a fun evening at Red Barn Learning Farm in Hayfield\, MN. Events will include exploring the farm\, learning about the animals\, and a sunset hayride. Dinner will be included! \nPlease note: Registration for this event is currently full. Please fill out the form below to be added to the waitlist. An email will be sent if spots open up. \n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/connect-2-connect-09-27-2024/ LOCATION:Red Barn Learning Farm\, 27251 State Hwy 30\, Hayfield\, MN\, 55940 CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Connect2Connnect-August-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240222T212635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T011530Z UID:10001162-1727719200-1727726400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care & Adoption Orientation (Online) DESCRIPTION:For Minnesota Residents. This is One of Two steps to Get Started Fostering or Adopting from Minnesota Foster Care.\nWe welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and address details about the children being served\, timelines\, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!)\, licensing requirements\, and more. \nThis event will take place online. You can join the online webinars from wherever you are. You will receive a link to complete your webinar registration within two days of registering on this site. \nNote: Along with completing this two-hour orientation\, you will also need to complete our Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process. \nIf you have questions\, please contact 651.255.2241 or fcaeducation@chlss.org. URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-adoption-orientation-online-may-06-2024/2024-09-30/ LOCATION:Online Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & LSS Staff":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20231212T173904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T161701Z UID:10001268-1727787600-1727798400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Car Seat Safety: Child and Restraint Systems (C.A.R.S.) Training DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour course is required by the State of Minnesota for any family licensed for children aged 7 years or younger. The class takes place in person and introduces participants to car seat and vehicle safety for children. The cost of the class is $28.50 per person\, and completion verification is good for 5 years. This hands-on learning opportunity takes place at 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota. This is a standardize training in the State of MN and families may opt to take the course in a location that better fits their geographic locations. \nC.A.R.S Registration and Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/car-seat-safety-child-and-restraint-systems-c-a-r-s-training/2024-10-01/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20230803T154024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011157Z UID:10001244-1727956800-1727960400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nIn this track\, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning\, each week you will participate in a required\, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators. You can choose between a 5:00 p.m. check-in series\, a 9:00 a.m. check-in series\, or a Noon check-in series. However\, you must remain with the one check-in series of your choice. \nYou should plan on attending the full hour of each class. If you cannot\, you may be marked as absent. The expectation is you are engaged with your camera on. Please be in a private space and not driving during the check-in. \nIf you cannot adhere to these expectations\, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online\n \n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the required live check-in schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the first live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system. Links to the Zoom check-ins are found in the content within the online learning management system.\n \n \n Tuesday; 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/05\, 5/12/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Wednesday; 5/06\, 5/13\, 5/20\, 5/27/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Thursday; 5/21\, 5/28\, 6/04\, 6/11/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, coursework can be completed at individual's leisure\, and individuals can join the zoom meetings from separate locations\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-online/2024-10-03/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001233-1728291600-1728316800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION:This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. \nYour education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2024-10-07/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240906T140531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164126Z UID:10001247-1728410400-1728415800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Birth Parent Connection Group DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly group for birth parents who made voluntary adoption plans in Minnesota. This group intends to build meaningful connections\, share resources\, and strengthen your support system. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the second Tuesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Birth Parent Connection Group\n \n \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:*\n \n Select All\n \n \n Online | April 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 12\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 11\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 13\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Registrant 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email*\n \n PhoneRegistrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n CountyWhat Minnesota agency or attorney did you work with for your voluntary adoption plan?*What year did the placement occur?*Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Birth Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:*\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/birth-parent-connection-group/2024-10-08/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20230803T153529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164645Z UID:10000787-1728412200-1728419400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:This group is intended to support families after home study approval while awaiting placement\, with placement\, or after a finalized adoption. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants must be working or have previously worked with CH/LSS for their foster care or adoption process. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the second Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 14\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 12\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 9\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 14\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 11\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 8\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 13\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 10\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 8\, 2026\, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllRegistrant 1(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email(Required)\n \n Registrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Foster Care Adoption Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-adoption-parent-support-group/2024-10-08/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20230803T150628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154813Z UID:10000770-1728583200-1728588600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Support Group DESCRIPTION:Adult Adoptees from all placing agencies are welcome to attend. While each story is unique\, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested\, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant\, participant-led\, discussion. This is a safe\, confidential space\, the group is facilitated by adult adoptee CH/LSS staff. \nParticipants may have been adopted through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. After registration\, you will receive information to join the next session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). Meetings alternate between online and in-person options. There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Adult Adoptee Support Group\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n In-Person | April 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 14\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | June 11\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 9\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | August 13\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | October 8\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 12\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | December 10\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Adult Adoptee Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/adult-adoptee-support-group/2024-10-10/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240222T212635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T011530Z UID:10001231-1728583200-1728590400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care & Adoption Orientation (Online) DESCRIPTION:For Minnesota Residents. This is One of Two steps to Get Started Fostering or Adopting from Minnesota Foster Care.\nWe welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and address details about the children being served\, timelines\, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!)\, licensing requirements\, and more. \nThis event will take place online. You can join the online webinars from wherever you are. You will receive a link to complete your webinar registration within two days of registering on this site. \nNote: Along with completing this two-hour orientation\, you will also need to complete our Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process. \nIf you have questions\, please contact 651.255.2241 or fcaeducation@chlss.org. URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-adoption-orientation-online-may-06-2024/2024-10-10/ LOCATION:Online Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & LSS Staff":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240805T133600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T133601Z UID:10001228-1728669600-1728822600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster & Foster Adopted Youth Retreat DESCRIPTION:An Opportunity for Foster & Foster Adopted Youth to Make New Connections & Build Friendships\nLutheran Social Service (LSS) is excited to offer a special opportunity for foster and foster adopted youth (ages 13-17) to spend a weekend among peers who have shared life experiences at Camp Knutson (Camp K) in Crosslake\, Minnesota. In addition to helping foster and foster adopted youth build new connections and make new friends\, this retreat will offer an opportunity for siblings who are not currently residing in the same placement to spend quality time together and maintain their familial bond. Registration priority will be given to siblings who do not reside in the same household. Whether attending with a sibling or not\, every youth will gain valuable life skills that can be used long after the retreat has concluded. \nRegistration & Additional Information URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-foster-adopted-youth-retreat-2/ LOCATION:Camp Knutson\, 11148 Manhattan Point Blvd\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56422\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241014T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241014T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20230803T154024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T011157Z UID:10001271-1728896400-1728900000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nIn this track\, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning\, each week you will participate in a required\, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators. You can choose between a 5:00 p.m. check-in series\, a 9:00 a.m. check-in series\, or a Noon check-in series. However\, you must remain with the one check-in series of your choice. \nYou should plan on attending the full hour of each class. If you cannot\, you may be marked as absent. The expectation is you are engaged with your camera on. Please be in a private space and not driving during the check-in. \nIf you cannot adhere to these expectations\, we encourage you to look into our Hybrid and In-Person class options. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Online\n \n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the required live check-in schedules:(Required)About a week prior to the first live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system. Links to the Zoom check-ins are found in the content within the online learning management system.\n \n \n Tuesday; 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/05\, 5/12/2026 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Wednesday; 5/06\, 5/13\, 5/20\, 5/27/2026 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Thursday; 5/21\, 5/28\, 6/04\, 6/11/2026 from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (CT)\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, coursework can be completed at individual's leisure\, and individuals can join the zoom meetings from separate locations\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-online/2024-10-14/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241014T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20230803T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T161900Z UID:10001047-1728928800-1728934200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Pride Family Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group was created to provide foster and adoptive caregivers who are part of the Pride community an opportunity to connect about their experiences as foster and adoptive parents. \nThis group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants may have worked with\, or currently be working with\, any agency/county for foster care or any type of adoption (foster care\, infant\, international). We ask that participants who are currently in the foster care/adoption process be home study approved. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group will meet on the second Monday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). Meetings will alternate monthly between online and in-person sessions. There is no cost to attend. Childcare will be offered for in-person groups. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office location: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Pride Family Support Group\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n In-Person | April 13\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 11\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | June 8\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 13\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | August 10\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 14\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | October 12\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 9\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | December 14\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificAre you a member of the Pride community?(Required)YesNoDo you plan to utilize childcare?YesNoIf yes\, how many children and what ages?Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Pride Family Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria.(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/pride-family-support-group/2024-10-14/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20210308T213953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165759Z UID:10001553-1729101600-1729107000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:Open to pre-adoptive\, adoptive\, foster\, relative and/or kinship caregivers living in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities Metro Area). This online group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff and offers connection\, positive parenting strategies\, support\, and more! After registration\, you will receive a link to join the next Zoom session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group\n \n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:*\n \n Select All\n \n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT)\n Registrant 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 1 Email*\n \n Registrant 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Registrant 2 Email\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Greater MN Parent Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:*\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/online-support-group-for-greater-minnesota/2024-10-16/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20230803T153708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T165306Z UID:10000957-1729101600-1729108800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Search and Reunion Support Group DESCRIPTION:This group is for adult adoptees and birth parents who are not related to one another and who are considering\, or active in\, search and reunion or have searched and the other party is not open to contact. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Members are supportive of one another and willing to share their reunion journeys with one another- including their successes\, disappointments\, and joys! Participants may have been adopted or placed a child through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT). It alternates between online and in-person meetings.   \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Search and Reunion Support Group\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | May 20\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 17\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | July 15\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | September 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n In-Person | November 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 16\, 2026\, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accomodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Search and Reunion Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/search-and-reunion-support-group/2024-10-16/ LOCATION:In Person or Online CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20231212T173904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T161701Z UID:10001269-1729170000-1729180800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Car Seat Safety: Child and Restraint Systems (C.A.R.S.) Training DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour course is required by the State of Minnesota for any family licensed for children aged 7 years or younger. The class takes place in person and introduces participants to car seat and vehicle safety for children. The cost of the class is $28.50 per person\, and completion verification is good for 5 years. This hands-on learning opportunity takes place at 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota. This is a standardize training in the State of MN and families may opt to take the course in a location that better fits their geographic locations. \nC.A.R.S Registration and Additional Details URL:https://chlss.org/event/car-seat-safety-child-and-restraint-systems-c-a-r-s-training/2024-10-17/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240614T115242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145729Z UID:10001246-1729242000-1729267200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid DESCRIPTION:This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. \nYour education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This can be completed at your convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning at the office in St. Paul. Following the in-person session\, you will finish your learning by viewing closing online material and a post-test. \n\n \n \n Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes - Hybrid\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select one of the following required in-person dates at 1605 Eustis St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108:(Required)About a week prior to the live session\, you will receive your account information for the online learning management system.\n \n \n Friday 4/17/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Monday 5/11/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n \n Friday 5/29/2026; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CT)\n Please select your preference:(Required)For couples: You may opt to be registered under one account or two individual accounts in our learning management system. Note: if you opt to be registered under separate accounts\, each individual must complete all learning modules in their own account in order to receive a certificate of completion. Benefits of separate accounts include: individual access to community portal and drip content\, and coursework can be completed at individual's leisure.\n \n \n One account\n \n \n \n Separate accounts\n \n \n \n I am a single registrant\n Registrant 1Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n County(Required) Add RemovePhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Registrant 2Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Date of Birth\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Email\n \n PhoneAre you Hispanic or Latino/Latinx?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n Race (Select all that apply)\n \n American Indian or Alaska Native\n \n \n Asian\n \n \n Black or African American\n \n \n Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander\n \n \n White\n \n \n Other\n Regardless of your answer to the prior question\, please indicate how you identify yourself.If selected "other" please specify below:Are you attending this class in order to provide care to a relative/kin child?YesNoDo you need any accommodations?CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid-3/2024-10-18/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Foster Care & Adoption Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240729T164153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T170552Z UID:10001214-1729598400-1729603800@chlss.org SUMMARY:Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group DESCRIPTION:A support group for individuals who have an adult (18+) child adopted through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption). Sessions will be held online. Parents from any placing agency/county are welcome to attend.  While each story is unique\, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested\, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant\, participant-led\, discussion. This is a safe\, confidential space\, the group is facilitated by parents of adult adoptees who are also CH/LSS staff. \nAfter registration\, you will receive information to join the next session. Please feel free to register for one\, multiple\, or all sessions. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting. \n\n \n \n Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group\n \n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please select all of the dates you would like to attend:(Required)\n \n Online | April 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | May 26\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | June 23\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | July 28\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | August 25\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | September 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | October 27\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | November 24\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n \n \n Online | December 22\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. (CT)\n Select AllName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n CountyStateAlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificWhat agency are you working with\, or did you work with\, for your adoption?Do you need any accommodations to participate in this group?By submitting my registration\, I/we confirm that I/we would like to attend the Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group and are eligible based on the above-mentioned criteria:(Required)\n \n Yes\, I/we confirm.\n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/parents-of-adopted-adults-support-group-2/2024-10-22/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Support Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240222T214043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T182426Z UID:10001234-1729620000-1729625400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Free Adoption & Foster Care Information Webinar DESCRIPTION:Free Online Sessions Each Month\nThis is a great way for families to learn about our adoption and foster care programs. \nMeet with staff (virtually) and receive a comprehensive overview of our programs\, processes\, and fees. Learn basic information about international adoption\, infant adoption\, foster care\, and foster care adoption. \nThis event will take place online—a great option for families across the U.S. You can join the online webinar from wherever you are. When you register for a webinar\, you will receive a link to join the webinar within two days of the session. In each webinar\, we will address the programs available to everyone first\, then we will cover those available in limited states. Attendees may choose to leave the presentation at any time. \nIf you have questions\, please contact 651.646.7771 or welcome@chlss.org. \n\n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name*Last Name*Email*\n \n Preferred PhoneSpouse/Partner's First NameSpouse/Partner's Last NameState*AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingLiving AbroadHow did you hear about us?No responseReferral from friend/familyReferral from adoption agencyInternet searchSocial media (Facebook\, Twitter\, Pinterest\, etc.)Children's Home/LSS flyer or posterChildren's Home/LSS newsletter or emailAdoption advocacy site (e.g. Rainbowkids.com)Adoption fair/conferenceInformation Request\n \n Please send me information about your foster care and adoption services.\n CommentsPlease let us know what questions you'd like answered or how else we may help you.CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/adoption-foster-care-information-webinar/2024-10-22/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Information Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & LSS Staff":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150044 CREATED:20240801T212308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T233141Z UID:10001226-1729684800-1729690200@chlss.org SUMMARY:Deeper Dive Webinar: Navigating Sleep Challenges DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Deeper Dive: Navigating Sleep Challenges\nWednesday\, October 23\, 2024\, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. (CT)\nNighttime can be scary – especially for children who have experienced trauma – making it difficult for children to fall asleep or stay asleep. We all know the importance of getting a good night sleep for our health and wellbeing\, and this webinar\, with Allison Ezell of Dwell Pediatric Sleep\, will offer tools and strategies for helping families navigate sleep challenges. \nPresented by Allison Ezell \nAllison Ezell is a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant from Dallas\, Texas\, and the founder of Dwell Pediatric Sleep. She is also a wife and mom of four children – a biological son and daughter and two sons who joined her family through adoption. With a special passion for helping foster and adoptive families navigate sleep issues\, Allison brings a unique angle to her sleep consultations\, as she is able to bring a trauma-informed perspective to a field where it has long been desperately needed. Allison’s goal at Dwell Pediatric Sleep is to help families identify the root cause of their children’s sleep issues and offer practical\, science-based solutions and sleep plans that actually work. Allison has a Bachelor’s degree in Communication\, a Master’s degree in Education\, and she spent many years in the classroom prior to founding Dwell Pediatric Sleep in 2021. \nThis webinar will take place on Zoom\, and it will be recorded. You will receive the link to join after registering below. \n  URL:https://chlss.org/event/deeper-dive-webinar-navigating-sleep-challenges/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR